Outside of School Hours Care Disability Educator - Cheltenham Area

TheirCare Pty Ltd; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Staff discounts on enrolment fees

Training & development

Annual allowances

Traineeships

Employee Benefits, Rewards & Recognit

Wellbeing support

Job summary

TheirCare Pty Ltd in Melbourne is seeking passionate educators to join the Outside School Hours Care program in a specialist school setting. If you have experience in early childhood, OSHC or disability support and want to make a difference for children and families, this role is for you.

In this rewarding position, you will provide individualised and group-based support for children with complex disability needs, in a high staff-to-student ratio environment, helping them learn, play and stay

Qualifications

• Previous experience in the disability support and childcare sector.
• Working towards or have completed an ACECQA approved qualification.
• Employee Working with Children's Check valid in your relevant state.
• HLTAID012 First Aid in a Childcare Setting.
• National Child Safety Training Certificate via Gecko.
• Required Mandatory reporting & Food Safety certificates in your relevant state.

Responsibilities

• Deliver individualised support while always ensuring the safety and wellbeing of all participants.
• Bring your creativity, energy & personality to the program.
• Assist the Program Manager with preparation, set up/pack up, and food preparation.
• Supervise, nurture, and inspire children to explore, learn, and play.
• Build positive, caring relationships with children, families, and staff

Job description

TheirCare is Australia's highest quality Outside School Hours Care provider who specialise in the delivery of programs supporting children and young people with complex disability.

We are dedicated to delivering exceptional outcomes for children, families and schools and pride ourselves on providing a supportive, inclusive, and safe environment for all.

We are currently seeking passionate educators to work in the OSHC program in a specialist school setting. If you are experienced in the early childhood, OSHC and/or disability support sectors and passionate about making a difference in the lives of children and families, this role is for you.

About your new role:

In this rewarding role, you'll provide both individualised and group-based support for children and young people with complex disability needs in a specialist school setting. With a high staff-to-student ratio, you'll have the opportunity to make a real difference every day.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver individualised support while always ensuring the safety and wellbeing of all participants.
• Bring your creativity, energy & personality to the program
• Assist the Program Manager with preparation, set up/pack up, and food preparation.
• Supervise, nurture, and inspire children to explore, learn, and play.
• Build positive, caring relationships with children, families, and staff

Why Work with TheirCare?

• Enjoy up to 95% discount on enrolment fees for your own children.
• Ongoing, comprehensive training to help you develop and grow your career.
• Receive up to $4,000 in annual allowances.
• Take advantage of traineeships-earn while you learn.
• Participate in our Employee Benefits, Rewards & Recognition programs.
• Wellbeing matters! Support available through our Employee Assistance Program.

What You’ll Bring

• Previous experience and confidence in the disability support and childcare sector
• High attention to detail and commitment to safeguarding and quality
• Working towards or have completed an ACECQA approved qualification. (Desirable)
• Employee Working with Children's Check valid in your relevant state.
• Valid HLTAID012 First Aid in a Childcare Setting.
• National Child Safety Training Certificate via Gecko.
• Required Mandatory reporting & Food Safety certificates in your relevant state
• Availability requirements: 2:00pm-6:30pm & Optional 6-8 hour shifts during school holidays.

TheirCare is committed to providing environments where children are safe, respected and protected from harm. We have zero tolerance for any form of child abuse, harm or neglect. Child safety is paramount and overrides all other considerations, at all times, without exception.

Every staff member is personally responsible for acting immediately on any concern, meeting mandatory reporting obligations, maintaining constant, active supervision, and upholding the highest standards of professional conduct. We act decisively, every time, to ensure every child is safe, protected and always put first.

TheirCare is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating a safe, inclusive and supportive workplace where people of all backgrounds, experiences and identities are valued and empowered to thrive.